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Roof survey in Bouldnor, Isle of Wight
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings for Bouldnor, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
What happens on the day
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. After that, we check everything we can see safely. Most surveys take between one and two hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Somewhere like Bouldnor needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it’s safe.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
Before the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Arrange a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
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Roof survey in Bouldnor: what you get
People book a roof survey for all sorts of reasons. Some have seen a mark on a ceiling or bits of tile in the garden, while others just want to know where they stand. Whatever the reason, the survey works the same way: a careful look, then a clear written report. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. We survey flat roofs, natural slate and lead flashings, and people most often book us about ridge tiles that have lifted or moved and lifted, split or missing lead flashings.
In a small place like Bouldnor, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Location
- Bouldnor (PO41)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we are asked to look at in Bouldnor
Every roof takes years of rain, wind, sun and frost. Strong gusts work at anything that is not firmly fixed, while rain gets into every gap. What starts as one slipped slate can become a leak.
We are frequently asked to look at:
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
If you own a rental within reach of Lymington Pier station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
- Let us know about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Check we can open the loft hatch
We email the report to you, with photos of what we found. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Findings are explained in plain words.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, particularly after autumn. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Bouldnor
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Also in Bouldnor
Can I check my roof myself?
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Why act early in Bouldnor
Before you put a home on the market, it helps to know the roof’s condition. You’ll know what a buyer’s survey might pick up, or at least know what to expect. In a place like Bouldnor, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why us?
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- 98% customer satisfaction
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Read what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Bouldnor questions
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Lymington Pier station?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Is my home in Bouldnor listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you get in touch and we will explain what’s needed.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
When will the report arrive?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photographs.
How much is a survey?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package.
How long will you be at the property?
On site, it usually takes about one to two hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Report times depend on the package.
Roof surveys around Bouldnor
Bouldnor is within about 1 mile of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. Historic houses like Mottistone Manor, about 4.4 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Bouldnor goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
Take an older house close to Church of St Swithin (old): corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. Anyone responsible for a site like Yarmouth Church of England Aided Primary School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Bouldnor is about 5 miles south-east of Lymington, in the Isle of Wight. Bookings from Bouldnor are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Across the Isle of Wight, we cover Bouldnor. Southampton is in our area too.
Here we cover the PO41 postcode area for roof surveys. Local streets include The Vineyard, Port La Salle and Waters Edge. Other places close to Bouldnor include Yarmouth (1 mile west), Cranmore (1 mile east), Hamstead (2 miles north-east), Shalfleet (3 miles east) and Thorns Beach (4 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Newport (8 miles east), Ryde (14 miles east), Cowes (8 miles north-east), Sandown (14 miles east), Shanklin (14 miles east) and Ventnor (14 miles south-east). For harder-to-reach addresses, the survey takes a little more planning, so let us know when you get in touch.
Around Bouldnor
In Bouldnor, that means homes and buildings near Bugle Hotel, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Lymington Pier station, about 4.2 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find Ferguson Family Museum (1.9 miles south-west) and Yarmouth Castle (1 mile west). Not far away are Compton Down and Lymington and Keyhaven Marshes Nature Reserve.